Spartaeus karigiri is a newly discovered species of jumping spider from the Karigiri region in Karnataka, marking the first record of the Spartaeus genus in India. Found also in Tamil Nadu, it highlights a significant range extension from Southeast Asia and enriches India’s spider biodiversity.
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Researchers from Chennai have discovered a new species of jumping spider, ‘Spartaeus karigiri’, belonging to the Spartaeinae subfamily.
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Aspect |
Details |
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Family |
Salticidae (Jumping Spiders) |
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Subfamily |
Spartaeinae |
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Genus |
Spartaeus |
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Discovery Location |
Karigiri (Elephant Hill), Devarayanadurga, Karnataka |
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Etymology |
Named after Karigiri, the location of its discovery |
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Range Extension |
First record of Spartaeus genus in India; earlier known only from Southeast Asia |
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Additional Records |
Also found in Villupuram district, Tamil Nadu |
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Habitat |
Rocky outcrops and forested terrain; prefers crevices and protected microhabitats |
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Hunting Behavior |
Likely uses web invasion and prey mimicry; exhibits intelligent predation |
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Significance |
Extends the known distribution of the genus and adds to India’s spider biodiversity |
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Source: The Hindu
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PRACTICE QUESTION Q. Spartaeus karigiri’, recently discovered in India, belongs to which of the following categories? A) Amphibians B) Reptiles C) Spiders D) Beetles Answer: B Explanation: Spartaeus karigiri is a jumping spider. It belongs to the Spartaeinae subfamily within the Salticidae (jumping spider) family. |
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